Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Texas - San Antonio
About The Position
This paid 10-week internship offers college students hands-on experience in retail management at a store in San Antonio, Texas. Interns work alongside Store Managers and District Leaders to develop leadership skills, learn retail management practices, and gain exposure to the broader organization through market travel experiences. The program includes a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity, with findings and recommendations presented to leadership. Interns learn to motivate and manage a store team, analyze business performance, and understand how operational and strategic decisions affect customer satisfaction and store results. They engage directly with customers and support store operations, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking, particularly during busy shopping periods. The role requires 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program on a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program, with expected graduation between May 2027 and May 2028.
- Available to work 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program on a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
- 1–3 years of customer service experience in a fast-paced environment such as retail, food service, or hospitality.
- Effective communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
- Interest in pursuing a career in retail store management.
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience is highly desired.
- Desired majors include Business Management/Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, or General Business.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a retail team while engaging directly with customers.
- Learn day-to-day store operations and retail management best practices alongside Store Managers and District Leaders.
- Participate in market travel experiences to gain exposure to the broader organization.
- Complete a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Learn to motivate and manage a store team and analyze business performance.
- Support operational activities, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking.
- Help the store meet customer needs during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, based on eligibility.
- Paid time off, based on eligibility.
- Retirement savings options, based on eligibility.
- Wellness programs and other resources, based on eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
